
Exploring Frequentist Probability vs Bayesian Probability - Physics …
Dec 3, 2020 · The frequentist vs Bayesian conflict For some reason, the whole difference between frequentist and Bayesian probability seems far more contentious than it should be, in my opinion.
Frequentist vs Bayesian Probability: What's the Difference?
Dec 3, 2020 · The Frequentist style of probability modeling is to use the minimum number of parameters and assumptions - even if this results in only being able to answer questions of the …
Hypothesis testing: Defining H0, HA hypotheses so that ( H_A)_A' …
Dec 16, 2025 · The discussion centers on the limitations of traditional hypothesis testing in statistics, specifically regarding the Null Hypothesis (H0) and Alternative Hypothesis (HA). It …
Frequentist vs Bayesian Probability: What's the Difference?
Dec 26, 2020 · The necessary ignorance is specified by our inability to discriminate any of the different sub-aggregates having different frequency ratios, such as must always exist. So we …
Definition of a random variable in quantum mechanics?
Nov 23, 2023 · The conversation highlights the need for clarity in mathematical language and the distinction between frequentist and Bayesian interpretations of probability in quantum …
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How to Get Started with Bayesian Statistics - Physics Forums
Nov 28, 2020 · In contrast, commonly used frequentist packages usually hide this implementation-level detail from the general user. To achieve widespread adoption of Bayesian techniques, …
Posterior Predictive Distributions in Bayesian Statistics
Feb 17, 2021 · Confessions of a moderate Bayesian, part 4 Bayesian statistics by and for non-statisticians Read part 1: How to Get Started with Bayesian Statistics Read part 2: Frequentist …
Estimates — True Size of the Universe? • Physics Forums
Mar 19, 2025 · I always thought it was odd that we know dark energy expands our universe, and that we know it has been increasing over time, yet no one ever expressed a "true" size of the …
What does a 95% confidence level mean in a poll? - Physics Forums
Aug 23, 2024 · In frequentist statistics probability is the long-run frequency of some occurrence. It exists in nature, at least in some hypothetical sense. In Bayesian statistics probability is a …